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As the VA secretary departs, focus remains on outreach, trust

VA care and benefits have seen signifcant growth in recent years, a trend that the outgoing secretary hopes will continue.

By Leo Shane III

3 days ago

VA acknowledges significant errors in budget shortfall predictions

Department leaders had warned of funding gaps of up to $18 billion but now believe those estimates were too high.

By Leo Shane III

4 days ago

Eligible veterans get easier access to military bases under new rules

New rules allow veterans and caregivers to enroll for streamlined access to military installations.

By Karen Jowers

4 days ago

Lawmakers advance plans to boost veteran caregiver support

Bipartisan legislation passed by the House would improve at-home care options for ailing vets and mandate protections for community care programs.

By Leo Shane III

5 days ago

Trump picks former congressman Doug Collins as next VA secretary

Collins served as a chaplain in the Air Force Reserve and deployed to Iraq in 2008.

By Leo Shane III

9 days ago

Trump picks Fox commentator Pete Hegseth as his next Defense Secretary

Hegseth is an Army veteran and will need to be confirmed by the Senate before taking over the top civilian Pentagon post.

By Leo Shane III and Noah Robertson

11 days ago